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Time of India
6 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Uma Kanjilal appointed first woman VC of IGNOU, 4 decades after university was set up
New Delhi: Uma Kanjilal has been appointed the first woman Vice Chancellor of the Indira Gandhi National Open University ( IGNOU ), four decades after the university was established, according to education ministry officials. "With over 36 years of distinguished service in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system, Kanjilal brings a wealth of academic leadership, digital innovation, and institutional knowledge to the helm of one of the world's largest open universities," an official said. "She was currently serving as active Vice Chancellor of the university and has previously served as Pro Vice Chancellor of the university (March 2021-July 2024)," the official said. A professor of Library and Information Science since 2003, Kanjilal is nationally recognised for her expertise in e-learning, ICT in libraries, digital libraries, and multimedia courseware development. She is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, the flagship digital education initiatives of the Ministry of Education. Kanjilal has held various leadership roles at the university including Director, Centre for Online Education (2019-2021); Director, Inter-University Consortium for Technology Enabled Flexible Education (2016-2019); Director, Advanced Centre for Informatics and Innovative Learning (2012-2013); Director, School of Social Sciences (2007-2010); and University Librarian (2004-2006). PTI Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
News18
6 days ago
- General
- News18
Prof Uma Kanjilal Appointed As First Woman Vice Chancellor Of IGNOU
Uma Kanjilal was previously the acting Vice Chancellor at IGNOU and had served as Pro Vice Chancellor from March 2021 to July 2024. Professor Uma Kanjilal has been named the first female Vice Chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), four decades after its inception, as per officials from the Ministry of Education. She was previously the acting Vice Chancellor at IGNOU and had served as Pro Vice Chancellor from March 2021 to July 2024. Prof. Kanjilal started her career as a research assistant at IIT Kanpur in 1984. After this, she worked as a cataloguer and professional assistant at Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA). At IGNOU, she worked her way up from lecturer to professor. She held many positions including university librarian-in-charge, director of School of Social Sciences, director of Centre for Online Education. A professor of Library and Information Science since 2003, Kanjilal's expertise lies in e-learning, ICT in libraries, digital libraries, and multimedia courseware development, reported PTI. She is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, key digital education initiatives by the Ministry of Education. Kanjilal has held several leadership positions at the university, including Director of the Centre for Online Education (2019–2021), Director of the Inter-University Consortium for Technology Enabled Flexible Education (2016–2019), Director of the Advanced Centre for Informatics and Innovative Learning (2012–2013), Director of the School of Social Sciences (2007–2010), and University Librarian (2004–2006). 'With over 36 years of distinguished service in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system, Kanjilal brings a wealth of academic leadership, digital innovation, and institutional knowledge to the helm of one of the world's largest open universities," an official the news agency. Her international contributions include a Fulbright Fellowship at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1999–2000), consultancy work for the Commonwealth of Learning, and digital education projects for UNRWA in Jordan. She has received numerous awards, including the Manthan Award for e-Education, an Australia-India Council Grant, and a DANIDA Fellowship. 'Kanjilal has been instrumental in expanding IGNOU's digital infrastructure and online education offerings. Her leadership as the Principal Investigator of the National Virtual Library of India Project and her current role as Coordinator of IGNOU's Project Management Unit under NMEICT Phase-III reflect her deep commitment to digital empowerment in education," the university said in a statement. view comments First Published: July 26, 2025, 09:57 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
IGNOU makes landmark move, appoints Prof Uma Kanjilal as its first-ever woman Vice Chancellor
The Indira Gandhi National Open University, IGNOU, has appointed Prof. Uma Kanjilal as its Vice Chancellor, the first woman to hold the prestigious position in the University's history. Prof. Uma Kanjilal has been appointed IGNOU's first ever woman Vice Chancellor. Prof. Kanjilal, who has been serving as the Acting Vice Chancellor since July 25, 2024, has over 36 years of distinguished service in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system. She has a rich experience of academic leadership, digital innovation, and institutional knowledge to the helm of one of the world's largest open universities, a press statement informed. Also read: Kerala govt to continue with revised school timings Prof. Kanjilal had also served as Pro Vice Chancellor from March 2021 to July 2024. Her other leadership roles include Director of Centre for Online Education from 2019 to 2021, Director of Inter-University Consortium for Technology Enabled Flexible Education from 2016 to 2019, Director of Advanced Centre for Informatics and Innovative Learning from 2012 to 2013, Director of School of Social Sciences from 2007 to 2010, and University Librarian from 2004 to 2006. In addition, she has also served as the Professor of Library and Information Science since 2003, and is nationally recognized for her expertise in e-learning, ICT in libraries, digital libraries, and multimedia courseware development. She is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, flagship digital education initiatives of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Also read: SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2025 released at direct link to download hall tickets here Prof Kanjilal's global contributions include a Fulbright Fellowship at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1999–2000), consultancy for the Commonwealth of Learning, and digital education work for UNRWA in Jordan. She has also received multiple accolades including the Manthan Award for e-Education, an Australia-India Council Grant, and a DANIDA Fellowship. Prof. Kanjilal has played a vital role in expanding IGNOU's digital infrastructure and online education offerings. Also read: Suicides in educational institutions: SC issues pan-India guidelines IGNOU stated that her leadership as the Principal Investigator of the National Virtual Library of India Project, and her current role as Coordinator of Project Management Unit under NMEICT Phase-III reflect her deep commitment to digital empowerment in education.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Science
- The Hindu
Uma Kanjilal appointed first woman Vice Chancellor of IGNOU
Uma Kanjilal has been appointed the first woman Vice Chancellor of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), four decades after the university was established, according to Education ministry officials. "With over 36 years of distinguished service in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system, Kanjilal brings a wealth of academic leadership, digital innovation, and institutional knowledge to the helm of one of the world's largest open universities," an official said. "She was currently serving as active Vice Chancellor of the university and has previously served as Pro Vice Chancellor of the university (March 2021-July 2024)," the official said. A professor of Library and Information Science since 2003, Ms. Kanjilal is nationally recognised for her expertise in e-learning, ICT in libraries, digital libraries, and multimedia courseware development. She is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, the flagship digital education initiatives of the Ministry of Education. Ms. Kanjilal has held various leadership roles at the university including Director, Centre for Online Education (2019–2021); Director, Inter-University Consortium for Technology Enabled Flexible Education (2016–2019); Director, Advanced Centre for Informatics and Innovative Learning (2012–2013); Director, School of Social Sciences (2007–2010); and University Librarian (2004–2006).
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Uma Kanjilal appointed 1st woman Vice Chancellor of IGNOU, 4 decades after university was set up
Uma Kanjilal has been appointed the first woman Vice Chancellor of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), four decades after the university was established, according to education ministry officials. Prof Uma Kanjilal is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, the flagship digital education initiatives of the Ministry of Education.(File) "With over 36 years of distinguished service in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system, Kanjilal brings a wealth of academic leadership, digital innovation, and institutional knowledge to the helm of one of the world's largest open universities," an official said. "She was currently serving as active Vice Chancellor of the university and has previously served as Pro Vice Chancellor of the university (March 2021-July 2024)," the official said. A professor of Library and Information Science since 2003, Kanjilal is nationally recognised for her expertise in e-learning, ICT in libraries, digital libraries, and multimedia courseware development. She is currently the National Coordinator for SWAYAM and SWAYAM PRABHA, the flagship digital education initiatives of the Ministry of Education. Kanjilal has held various leadership roles at the university including Director, Centre for Online Education (2019–2021); Director, Inter-University Consortium for Technology Enabled Flexible Education (2016–2019); Director, Advanced Centre for Informatics and Innovative Learning (2012–2013); Director, School of Social Sciences (2007–2010); and University Librarian (2004–2006).
